Fishing Charters & Rates in Carolina Beach, NC

Choose the Right Fishing Trip

We offer a range of private fishing charters designed for all experience levels—from quick family trips to full-day offshore adventures.

Half Day Fishing Charter

Troll for Spanish mackerel and bluefish, target sharks, or try live bait fishing around the artificial reefs off the Carolina and Kure Beach coast. These trips are perfect for families and provide an excellent introduction to saltwater fishing.

Trolling/Reef 4-hr $650
Trolling 5-hr (Final hour dedicated to shark fishing) $800
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¾ Day Fishing Charter

Troll for king mackerel, cobia, barracuda, and mahi around the offshore wrecks, reefs, and live bottom of Cape Fear waters. An exciting and unforgettable offshore fishing experience!

Amberjack 6-hr $1,200
Trolling or Bottom Fishing 8-hr $1,600
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Full Day Fishing Charter

Trolling/Bottom fishing for snapper, grouper, bass, triggerfish, and a variety of other species offers non-stop action and excitement. It’s a fun-filled adventure that’s sure to help you stock your freezer!

Full Day $2,400
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Gulfstream Fishing Charter

Trolling for Wahoo, Mahi, Yellowfin Tuna, Blackfin Tuna and King Mackerel in the crystal clear waters of the Gulfstream. An experience of a lifetime. Or bottom fishing for snapper, grouper, beeliners, and trigger fish.

Gulfstream $2,600
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What’s Included

We provide everything you need for a successful day of fishing, including:

  • Rods and reels
  • Bait
  • Tackle
  • Ice
  • Fishing license

You may also want to bring:

  • Food and drinks
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen (no sprays)
  • Shoes with good traction
  • Extra cash for tipping the mate and fish cleaning

Booking Your Trip

When you reserve a fishing date, a credit card deposit is required. The remaining balance is due on the day of your charter.

If you need to cancel your trip, a 14-day notice is required to receive a deposit refund. If the captain determines that weather conditions are unsafe on the day of your trip, we will work with you to reschedule or provide a full refund if rescheduling is not possible.

Ready to get on the water? Message us today to reserve your date.

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Offshore Fishing in Carolina Beach, NC

Carolina Beach is home to some of the best offshore fishing on the North Carolina coast. From nearshore reefs to deep offshore waters, our trips target a wide variety of species including grouper, snapper, amberjack, king mackerel, mahi, and more.

At Cheerio Lady Charter Fishing, we focus on giving every group a memorable experience whether that’s filling the cooler or watching your kid catch their first fish. We offer private charters with no mixed groups, a family-friendly and beginner-friendly atmosphere, an experienced local captain, a clean and well-equipped boat, and trips tailored to your group.


Fishing Charters in Carolina Beach, NC

We are conveniently located in Carolina Beach, just minutes from Wilmington, NC. Our location provides quick access to productive fishing grounds, meaning more time fishing and less time running.


What Can You Catch?

Depending on the season and trip type, you may target grouper, snapper, amberjack, king mackerel, mahi mahi, sea bass, and Spanish mackerel.


Our goal is simple: put you on fish and make it a trip you’ll remember.
Ready to get on the water? Contact us today to book your fishing charter or ask any questions.

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